The Coopworth breed originated in New Zealand in the 1960's from Border Leicester x Romney crosses and was first imported into the U.S. in the late 1970's. The breed is medium-sized with a very open white face and little or no wool on the legs. They have been intensively selected for easy lambing, prolificacy and good mothering ability. The wool is relatively coarse and has a long staple length.

MATURE BODY WEIGHT
Ram 225-275 lb.
Ewe 140-170 lb.

AVERAGE FIBER DIAMETER
Micron 30-36
USDA Wool Grade 44’s-50’s

GREASE FLEECE WEIGHT
Ewe 12-18 lb

YIELD
50-65%

STAPLE LENGTH
5-8"